Artist BiographyAvailable in: A.J. Gil (born Abner Juda Gil on July 5, 1984 in San Diego, California) The son of Mexican immigrants, Gil is an American singer and was a contestant from the first season of American Idol.

He ultimately placed 8th in the competition after a performance of “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by Marvin Gaye during 1960s week.